Description

2,3-Diphenylacrylonitrile is a versatile organic intermediate characterized by its diphenylacrylonitrile core structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing heterocyclic compounds and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those with stilbene or diphenyl ethylene frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitrile functionality for further chemical transformations.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED devices due to its conjugated system.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Research: Acts as a monomer or intermediate for creating materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and scale-up chemistry for C-C bond formation reactions and cyano-group manipulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in reactions such as the Knoevenagel condensation or as a Michael acceptor in various organic synthesis pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Diphenylacrylonitrile
CAS No.	2510-95-4
Molecular Formula	C15H11N
Molecular Weight	205.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2,3-Diphenylacrylonitrile; (E)-α,β-Diphenylacrylonitrile; trans-2,3-Diphenylacrylonitrile; 2,3-Diphenyl-2-propenenitrile; α-Cyano-trans-stilbene; trans-α-Cyanostilbene; NSC 404058; (E)-2,3-Diphenylpropenenitrile
EINECS	219-737-9

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Diphenylacrylonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	136 - 140 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.